Small Business Saturday Events:
Small Business Saturday Swag Bag Giveaway
Don’t miss out on freebies! Grab your Small Business Saturday Swag Bag filled with goodies from participating local businesses. The first 30 shoppers to visit the Viroqua Chamber office (220 S Main St. Suite 162) between 8am and noon on Saturday November 25th get a free Small Business Saturday shopping bag filled with amazing local goodies! Availability is on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early and claim your shopping tote filled with surprises!
Small Business Saturday Scavenger Hunt
Get ready for an adventure! Participate in our Scavenger Hunt across local businesses downtown. The Small Business Saturday Scavenger Hunt is a fun and interactive way to learn about the amazing businesses that make up Viroqua, support the local economy, and find some unique treasures. Discover new businesses and revisit old favorites throughout Historic Downtown Viroqua
and beyond!
Copies of the scavenger hunt form can be found at the Viroqua Chamber Office, McIntosh Memorial Library, or Viroqua Public Market. The scavenger hunt can also be done 100% online! Click the button below to access the virtual Small Business Saturday Scavenger Hunt.
Visit a shop on the list and fill out the answer for that location. You can answer as many (or as few) different questions as you’d like. Once you’re finished, drop off the form with your name and phone number at the Viroqua Chamber office (220 S Main St. Suite 162) or at the McIntosh Memorial Library by December 1st, or submitted online.
New this year, you can also take a photo of your answers and email it to promotions@viroqua-wisconsin.com by December 1st.
Every 3 correct answers = 1 chance to win the grand prize!
(Link goes live after Twinklefest 11/24)
Supporting Viroqua: Why Shopping Local Matters
Supporting local businesses is more than a transaction; it’s an investment in your community. When you choose to shop at local stores, dine at neighborhood restaurants, or utilize services from nearby professionals, you’re contributing to the vibrancy of your community. Here’s why it matters:
1. Personalized Service
Local businesses often provide a level of service that larger chains can’t match. They take pride in getting to know their customers personally, offering tailored recommendations, and providing a more intimate shopping or service experience.
2. Strengthening the Community
Your purchases at local businesses directly impact your community’s economy. Every dollar spent at a local business helps in creating jobs, supporting families, and fostering economic growth right where you live.
3. Unique Offerings
From one-of-a-kind products to specialized services, local businesses often offer unique and niche options that aren’t available in larger retail chains. By supporting them, you’re preserving diversity in offerings and contributing to a vibrant local culture.
Local Businesses’ Special Offers and Promotions
Check out these amazing deals and promotions offered by our local businesses:
Viroqua Food Co-op: Small Business Saturday Giveaway: Enter to win a gift box with products from some of our favorite small producers!
Spellbound: 20% of select items
Pure Concepts Hair & Boutique: 20% off Retail and 25% off any skincare/waxing services booked during the event, FREE $5 gift card with $25 gift card purchase, free AVEDA rewards plus sign up ($10 Value)
Ewetopia: Various yarns on sale – Great ideas for making/gifting!
Viroqua Variety: 20% off Storewide
Parrish Music: Special sales on Small Business Fri/Sat
Woolly Bear Taphouse: $30 gift card sold for $25 | $20% off all tshirts + sweatshirts | $2 off each Mug/Pint/Stemless glass sold
Hotel Fortney: Stop by the lounge for a popup and collaboration with Embark Maple for some extra special holiday drinks!
Second Time Around: On Small Business Saturday the entire store is 50% off, except for blue tags which are 20% off.
Bad Axe Music: 20% off most used vinyl on Small Business Saturday.
Nelson Agri Center: deals on power tools, grills, Christmas lights & decor and more during their Deal Days Sale
Second Nature at Read’s Creek: On Small Business Saturday, there will be great deals on gift certificates, plus the 12 days of Christmas events, sales, and activities through Dec 3